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The Opalka Gallery in Albany County, New York is an art gallery located in the Erastus Corning II Tower. Founded in 1988, the Gallery is run by the Albany Institute of History & Art and focuses on the visual arts of the Capital Region. The Gallery houses a permanent collection of works by Stanley C. Opalka, a Polish-born artist who was a leader in the contemporary art movement in the 1970s and 1980s, in addition to rotating exhibitions of art from various regional artists.

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Washington Park Lake

Washington Park Lake

0.97km from Opalka Gallery

Washington Park Lake is a man-made lake located in Washington Park in Albany, New York. The lake was created in 1878 to provide drinking water for the city’s residents. It is surrounded by lush greenery, and is the perfect spot for relaxation and recreation. Visitors can enjoy a stroll around the lake, or take part in the many activities offered in the park such as picnicking, fishing, and boating.

Washington Park Lake House

Washington Park Lake House

0.99km from Opalka Gallery

Washington Park Lake House is an iconic building located in Washington Park in Albany, New York. Built in 1887, the building was designed by prominent local architect Calvert Vaux and is a stunning example of the Second Empire-style of architecture. It is situated just a few miles away from other important landmarks in the area, such as the Ten Broeck Mansion, the Erastus Corning II Tower, the Albany Rural Cemetery, Historic Cherry Hill, Albany City Hall, and the Cathedral of All Saints.

Washington Park

Washington Park

1.06km from Opalka Gallery

It is the city's premier park and the site of many festivals and gatherings. As public property, it dates back to the city charter in 1686 and has seen many uses including that of gunpowder storage, square/parade grounds, and cemetery. Daily a lot of people visit this place every day and is one of the popular tourist attractions in Albany county.

Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park

1.57km from Opalka Gallery

This is an urban park located in Albany, Newyork. This was Albany's first playground. The park features Albany's only outdoor non-wading swimming pool, along with several tennis courts, basketball courts, and football and baseball fields and more.

Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany - Pastoral Center

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany is one of the oldest dioceses in the United States, dating back to 1847. It includes more than 200 Catholic parishes and missions throughout the seven counties of Albany, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Schoharie. The diocese is overseen by Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger, and its headquarters is located in the city of Albany, New York. The diocese is the home to a number of important institutions.

Lark Street

Lark Street

1.78km from Opalka Gallery

Lark Street is a vibrant and eclectic street in the city of Albany, New York. Located just a few miles away from the Ten Broeck Mansion, the Erastus Corning II Tower, the Albany Rural Cemetery, Historic Cherry Hill, Albany City Hall, and the Cathedral of All Saints, it is home to dozens of unique shops, restaurants, cafes, and galleries. From trendy boutiques to vintage clothing stores, Lark Street provides a variety of shopping options for residents and visitors alike.

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Albany County

Albany County

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Albany County constitutes the central core of the Capital District of New York State. s originally established by the English government in the colonial era, Albany County had an indefinite amount of land.

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